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The .bid TLD is a generic top-level domain introduced to serve as a dedicated namespace for online auctioning and bidding platforms. It was created under ICANN's new gTLD program to provide a clear, relevant, and secure space for businesses and individuals involved in auctions, reverse bidding, and competitive bidding services.
No restrictions on registration; available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis
The .bid extension is a generic top-level domain (gTLD) in the Domain Name System (DNS). It is managed by dot Bid Limited. .bid was introduced in 2014. There are currently 38,831 domains registered under this extension. Registration prices start from USD 4.48 - 26.79. DNSSEC adoption stands at 0.9%.
Price range based on 3 registrars. Actual prices may vary.
Compare .bid domain registration and renewal prices across 3 registrars. Prices are in USD and updated daily.
| Registrar | Registration | Renewal | Transfer |
|---|---|---|---|
| dynadot Cheapest | $4.48 | $5.55 | $4.48 |
| porkbun | $4.61 | $5.64 | $4.61 |
| resellerclub | $26.79 | $31.89 | $26.79 |
Prices checked April 7, 2026. Prices exclude ICANN fees where applicable and may vary by registrar promotions or contract terms.
The .bid domain was proposed by Famous Four Media (operating as dot Bid Limited) under ICANN's New gTLD Program. Its application was approved and the registry agreement was signed on December 19, 2013. It was officially delegated to the DNS root zone on March 2, 2014. The TLD was designed to create a dedicated space for auction-related services, with a Trademark Claims service offered during the initial 90-day launch phase to protect trademark holders.
The .bid TLD serves a specific purpose in the domain ecosystem, providing users with clear context about the websites using this extension.
The .bid TLD is commonly used for the following purposes:
38,831
0.9%
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| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Extension | .bid |
| Type | Generic TLD (gTLD) |
| Total Registrations | 38,831 |
| DNSSEC Adoption | 0.9% |
| Registration Price | USD 4.48 - 26.79 |
| Renewal Price | USD 5.55 - 31.89 |
| Registry Operator | dot Bid Limited |
| Introduced | 2014-03-02 |
| Restrictions | No restrictions on registration; available to anyone on a first-come, first-served basis |
Registration density analysis for .bid domains by character length. Currently 38,027 domains are registered across all lengths.
Total Registered
38.0K
Peak Saturation
11.5%
1-char names
DNSSEC Adoption
0.9%
Top Provider
Cloudflare
| Length | Registered | % Full | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 char | 3 | 11.5% | |
| 2 chars | 23 | 3.4% | |
| 3 chars | 550 | 3.1% | |
| 4 chars | 2,127 | 0.47% | |
| 5 chars | 24,562 | 0.21% | |
| 6 chars | 5,017 | <0.01% | |
| 7 chars | 1,638 | <0.01% | |
| 8 chars | 1,234 | <0.01% | |
| 9 chars | 938 | <0.01% | |
| 10 chars | 777 | <0.01% | |
| 11 chars | 564 | <0.01% | |
| 12 chars | 594 | <0.01% |
Updated daily from zone file analysis. Alpha density = registered / 26^length.
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